The Carolinas were among the first dozen states formed in the U.S., named in honor of England's King Charles I. Separate governors were appointed for NC and SC in 1712. Lush flora abounds in this region; South Carolina is aptly nicknamed the Palmetto state, with the Carolina Yellow Jessamine (or Jasmine, as many still refer to it) as its state flower.
North Carolina is nicknamed the "Old North State" (but better known as the Tarheels), and its state flower is the Flowering Dogwood.
From massive Christmas tree farms to historic gardens, the Carolinas have many places for gardeners to visit. Be sure to add photos and reviews of all your favorite gardening spots!
The Carolina Gardening discussion forum at Dave's Garden. The Carolinas were among the first dozen states formed in the U.S., named in honor of England's King Charles I. Separate governors were appointed for NC and SC in 1712. Lush flora abounds in this re...… Read More
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Any Chapel Hill-Pittsboro-Siler City folks want to trade some native plants?
started by judielaine
last post by judielaineMar 05, 20190Mar 05, 2019 -
Can we set up a Carolinas-specific trade forum?
started by SummerStorm93
last post by judielaineAug 23, 20184Aug 23, 2018 -
Where is all my Carolina Gardeners?
started by LavinaMae
last post by judielaineAug 10, 20185Aug 10, 2018 -
Alpha Gal - Rare Food Allergy in the Southeast Caused by Lone Star Tick
started by AmandaEsq
last post by AmandaEsqMay 15, 20172May 15, 2017 -
Cloth to be used with a Weed killer for the lawn.
started by Beach_Barbie
last post by Beach_BarbieAug 01, 20160Aug 01, 2016 -
Im getting sad
started by LavinaMae
last post by DecoloresMay 10, 20165May 10, 2016 -
I\'m way too excited about this
started by Beach_Barbie
last post by Beach_BarbieFeb 15, 20160Feb 15, 2016 -
Free Seeds w/Purchase at A.B. Seeds Farmers Mkt
started by bethw336
last post by LavinaMaeNov 23, 20151Nov 23, 2015 -
As promised, more pics!
started by Beach_Barbie
last post by Beach_BarbieNov 03, 20152Nov 03, 2015 -
A walk around my gardens
started by Beach_Barbie
last post by Beach_BarbieNov 03, 20159Nov 03, 2015
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Charleston/Summerville/Mt Pleasant/Islands, etc.
started by KayceeTart
last post by LavinaMaeMay 07, 20166May 07, 2016 -
Joaquin has left a (almost) moat around our house.
started by Beach_Barbie
last post by Beach_BarbieOct 05, 20150Oct 05, 2015 -
Emerald Isle flooded I am waterlogged
started by LavinaMae
last post by ardesiaOct 06, 20155Oct 06, 2015 -
Ambrosia beetles have arrived.
started by donnacreation
last post by donnacreationSep 19, 20150Sep 19, 2015 -
Folks try to post every day or
started by LavinaMae
last post by missingrosieSep 26, 20158Sep 26, 2015 -
Blueberries
started by LavinaMae
last post by ardesiaJun 20, 20154Jun 20, 2015 -
Tree and Fruit Question
started by Entlie
last post by EntlieJun 13, 20152Jun 13, 2015 -
A few pretties from my garden
started by Beach_Barbie
last post by missingrosieAug 14, 20158Aug 14, 2015 -
So, my newest opsession is succulents......
started by Beach_Barbie
last post by EntlieMay 18, 20151May 18, 2015 -
Happy Mpthers day to you all
started by LavinaMae
last post by EntlieMay 11, 20151May 11, 2015
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My First Iris of the year
started by LavinaMae
last post by missingrosieMay 03, 20157May 03, 2015 -
Link to CAROLINAS/SOUTHEAST ROUND UP 2015
started by AmandaEsq
last post by AmandaEsqApr 19, 20150Apr 19, 2015 -
Magnolia "Leonard Messel"
started by av_ocd_girl
last post by av_ocd_girlApr 08, 20154Apr 08, 2015 -
Happy Valentine Day to all my favorite peeps
started by LavinaMae
last post by Beach_BarbieFeb 23, 20154Feb 23, 2015 -
Best Time to start...........
started by purpbutfly
last post by purpbutflyFeb 09, 20152Feb 09, 2015 -
Need y'all's opinions!
started by Beach_Barbie
last post by Beach_BarbieMay 05, 20157May 05, 2015 -
Doing a fly by6 Hi n Retiring again Jan. 30th
started by LavinaMae
last post by EntlieJan 25, 20151Jan 25, 2015 -
Well this is early in case I don't get back tomorrow
started by LavinaMae
last post by Beach_BarbieJan 11, 20155Jan 11, 2015 -
Bird of paradise bloom
started by Beach_Barbie
last post by Beach_BarbieDec 19, 201410Dec 19, 2014 -
Happy Birthday Lavina!
started by Entlie
last post by EntlieNov 01, 20142Nov 01, 2014
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Wild berry ID?
started by Entlie
last post by EntlieOct 20, 20145Oct 20, 2014 -
Anyone have passiflora/maypop seeds to share?
started by DebinSC
last post by DebinSCNov 06, 20145Nov 06, 2014 -
Help finding Inkberry
started by dragonfly53
last post by guru123Apr 04, 202411Apr 04, 2024 -
NC folks - stay safe
started by ardesia
last post by Beach_BarbieJul 03, 20141Jul 03, 2014 -
Hotounniya - Invasive or Not?
started by Entlie
last post by EntlieMay 31, 20143May 31, 2014 -
Ground Cover Ideas?
started by Entlie
last post by gardenspot107Sep 28, 201411Sep 28, 2014 -
My Gardenia is Blooming! Time for a Cocktail!
started by Entlie
last post by LavinaMaeMay 26, 20142May 26, 2014 -
What's eating my tropicals' foliage?
started by DebinSC
last post by DebinSCMay 05, 20144May 05, 2014 -
Tryon Palace in New Bern, NC
started by Entlie
last post by EntlieMay 22, 201416May 22, 2014 -
Have you been successful planting this in your 7B garden?
started by emnotcrazee
last post by sos210_14May 24, 20142May 24, 2014